Video: Scottish police indulge in Halloween banter

It shows Aberdeen’s finest coming up to a group of friends, dressed as bowling pins, in their patrol car.

Instead of ushering the group out the way, the officers decide to indulge in some fun by delicately edging closer and ‘bowling’ them over.

The video was captured on camera phone by pin member Steven Scouller and has since been viewed by more than a million people.

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The 26-year-old said: “It was all taken in good spirit.

“I was delighted the police realised we were having a laugh and not causing any trouble and went along with it.”

Any concerns the officers would be disciplined for their part in the fun were quickly dismissed by Police Scotland.

A spokesperson said: “On Friday, Police Scotland officers were on Belmont Street in the Aberdeen City Centre when they were approached by members of the public who were, as seen in the online video, dressed up as bowling pins,” she said.

“Our officers were pleased to take part in the Halloween festivities and show the lighter side of policing in what is a vibrant, safe and friendly city centre of Aberdeen.”

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